BIOS FOR CANDIDATES FOR DLYC BOARD OF GOVERNORS
JAMES HOWELL
I would like to introduce myself to some members that may not know
my background. Victoria (my wife) and I have been members of Devils
Lake Yacht Club for seven years, along with our three children (Amanda,
Alyssa, and Logan). We have enjoyed our time at the yacht club very
much, and I am looking for an opportunity to become more involved. I
have been the president of Logan Creek Construction for the past
thirteen years building commercial Warehouses around the United
States. I would like the opportunity to recruit new members to the club.
With a growing membership, we will be able to improve the club facilities
such as: repainting the dining room, updating the bar area with new
counter tops and ceilings, and extending a new wrap-around patio to
increase the seating.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. James Howell.
HELEN ROGGE
I became involved in the DLYC Auxiliary in 1995. Since that time, I have served as its
president for four non-consecutive terms, each term representing the auxiliary on the
Board of Directors. I chaired both Housewalks for Charity, championed spousal
membership and strove to make the Ship’s Store reach its financial capabilities. I truly
believe in fiscal responsibility. In addition to being involved in the many activities of
the club, I am a member of the Constitution and By-Laws Revision committee.
My husband, Bill, was Commodore in 2007. Three of our four children are club
members; two are active in the Lightning fleet. Our granddaughters can be seen
playing volleyball on the beach.
TIM MILLER
Tim Miller is currently the Business Manager/Partner at the Iott Insurance Agency headquartered in Blissfield,
Mi.. Tim’s current responsibilities include assisting the company in reaching goals and objectives related to sales,
productivity, profitability and market penetration, among other areas. Tim’s current community activities include
being the President of The Christian Family Centre’s advisory board, member of the Adrian Noon Kiwanis Club and
current volunteer for the 2011-2012 Lenawee United Way campaign. Tim is married to Julie Miller and they have
two girls, Libby (9) and Katie (8) who attend Lenawee Christian School. Tim and Julie have been members at the
DLYC for 5 years.
MIKE APLING
"My name is Mike Apling and I am seeking your support for election to the board of
directors for the Devils Lake Yacht Club. My wife Liz, daughter Katie and son Thomas
enjoy all that the Yacht Club has to offer. My wish is to see the Yacht Club continue to
flourish and serve future generations for years to come. Our family owns and operates
Devils Lake Water Sports and has been part of the lake community for the past 28
years. I feel my understanding of the people and the area could be of some benefit to
the board. Thanks for your consideration for me to this position."
KENNETH A SEE, JR.
I have been a member of the yacht club for the past five years and have enjoyed the
many friendships that have been developed since then, especially the friendships with
the neighbors “down on the dock”. My wife, Patience Vrieze-See, and I have been
married for over thirty years and we have 2 grown children, Andrew and Marycelia.
We have resided in Adrian for almost 25 years and I am employed at Wacker
Chemical Corporation as Operations Manager in the Engineering Silicones Production
Group. I hope to get the opportunity to use my extensive engineering and business
background as a contributing member of the DLYC board.
STEVE CANTRELL
Steve Cantrell, 54, is the President of Norton Equipment Corporation and co owner of
Prestige Metal Craft with his son, Ryan. A lifetime resident of Lenawee County, Steve
resides in Blissfield with his wife Linda, and dog Riley, though most of their summers
are spent at Devils Lake at their cottage in Clearwater Beach.
Steve has 2 sons, Ryan and Brandon, and 3 grandchildren, Taylor, Ty and Lucas. A
member of DLYC since 2007, Steve has served 2 years on the Nominating Committee,
and has been the Entertainment Director for the last 2 years. Steve also sails with the
lightning fleet in a boat that he owns with his brother in law, Doug Tagsold.
LARRY TRASKOS
My wife, Faye, and I have been members of the DLYC for 20 years. I decided that after
20 great years of camaraderie and fun, it was time to give back to the club and seek
election to the board. After retirement in late 2007, I now have the time to contribute
energy to community projects. The club is a wonderful asset for the area and I would be
proud to represent it as a board member.
We have a little yellow cottage on Wildwater Beach opposite Devil’s Hole and our time
at the lake and the club has been a mini-vacation for us. After spending 8 years in the
US Navy flying military airplanes, I enjoyed a 35-year career in corporate aviation, both
as a pilot and flight department manager. In addition to enjoying lake activities, my free
time is spent riding my motorcycle and flying my little airplane.
Our permanent home is in Belleville, MI, and Faye and I have two grown daughters that live in New York City.
Candidate for Recording Secretary
MICHAEL CLARK
Born in Adrian oldest son of Herb and Jane (Tibbs) Clark. Brothers John and Bill, Sisters Barb, Patty and Mary Clark.
Spent summers at Devils Lake at our family cottage in Echo Cove.
Attended Michigan State University 1971-1975. Married to my High School sweetheart Terri (Youngs) for 32 years
with four daughters, Sarah, Melissa, Laura and Elizabeth. Purchased lakefront property at old
Manitou Beach in 1979 and built our current Lake House there in 1987. Founding Partner and co-owner of Air
Center, Inc. Troy, MI an Industrial Distribution Company in 1986. Moved family to Novi, MI in 1992.
Former President Lakes Preservation League, Regional Director of the Michigan Lakes and Streams Association,
Rollin Township Supervisor 1986-1992, Chairman Devils and Round Lakes Fireworks Display, Inc. 19842011, Past Commodore DLYC 2005, Board member DLYC 2000-2011 , As Strategic Planning Committee Chairman
DLYC supervised major renovation of DLYC kitchen in 2006, supervised renovation of DLYC Flag Room, Foyer and
Bathrooms in 2009.
Candidate for Rear Commodore
DENIS JODIS
Denis Jodis has served on the DLYC board for two years and has been a member of
DLYC for over 20 years. Denis is a practicing lawyer with offices in Adrian and Hudson
since 1966. He has served on the boards of numerous organizations and is a past
president of the Croswell Opera House, Hudson Chamber of Commerce, Hudson Kiwanis
Club, and St. Joseph Academy Charitable Trust board. Carol and he will be celebrating
their 45th. Anniversary this year with children Kristina and Melissa.
Candidate for Executive Secretary/Treasurer
Irma David
Born in Ohio, I have been spending summers at Devils Lake all my life, and moved here
permanently in 2008. I worked in Accounting/Finance at Procter & Gamble for 28 years and
retired in 2003. I have been a member or DLYC since 2004, and have been Executive
Secretary/Treasurer since 2006. I am active in the DLYC Auxiliary and a member of the
auction committee for the past three years.